I haven’t written anything on my personal blog in a hot second. No real reason…just haven’t.
I have been so busy, kinda.
Alright, someone left a comment that I won’t post in its entirety but I will say that people really should learn to accept and understand that everybody’s idea of success and happiness don’t lie in the same things. For the record, blogging is something that I simply do as a hobby and it’s a hobby that just so happens to make me money. On the flip side, I am also a full time college student majoring in criminal justice (focus is criminal investigations and a minor in cyber crimes). Just because I don’t continuously speak aloud the things that I do doesn’t mean that I don’t do them. I don’t judge anyone for what their choices are in careers because at the end of the day, you have to ultimately do what makes you happy. But what makes you happy does NOT make you better than anyone else. Just because you have a plan for what you think one should do with their life doesn’t mean that they should follow it…nor does it mean that, if they choose to do something that’s opposite of what you expect, that they’re ‘wasting’ time. I don’t make it a point to mock, talk about or insult people who choose to go to law school…who choose to do hair…who choose to slide down a pole. The expectation is that some of you learn to return the favor. Just know that as long as “I” am happy, it’s alright.
Let’s see…so I am officially back in Atlanta. I couldn’t be happier. North Carolina just isn’t the place for me. Although I miss being able to see my family every other second, they’re only a phone call away.
Speaking of North Carolina…during the summer of 2009, I began seeing somebody who INITIALLY was just a ‘breezy’ for me. Eventually, that breezy-ish relationship turned into a “let’s try and be more serious” type thing. Well, long story short, the situation ended because I felt that, at times, he was being stubborn and spoiled. I couldn’t deal. It was over. I wasn’t “hurt” by it but I was a little bothered because for once I felt as though I had a closeness in North Carolina that I hadn’t felt since my last…”situation” in Georgia. Anyway, he reconnected with me and although I was genuinely happy that he thought of me, I can’t help but to remember some of the shit that caused it to be over in the first place. Forgiving? Yes. Forgetful? Nope.
It’s a brand new year…2010. I hope that everyone has regrouped and will work hard at making this year better than the last…or the one before that. Whatever you choose to do, be it finishing up on a college degree, starting your own business, getting closer to your faith or becoming more healthy, just make it work for you. No one person’s plan is greater than the other…but the drive and willingness to execute is what makes one great.
Be easy everybody!
I totally agree with you! I too do not believe a person should judge another individual for what they choose to do in life. It their decision! side note: I as always love every blog entry you do miss jia! keep up the good work!
I couldn’t agree more.
What you do is your own business and I don’t care If you are CEO…and I’m a janitor. It’s what floats MY boat. Folks will never learn that though…so I just keep it moving.
Criminal justice involving cyber-crimes? Sounds like a perfect field for someone with your internets-acumen. Keep doing what you do, doll; at the end of the day, you have no one to answer to but yourself and your higher power. If you’re happy, do it, and don’t let anyone disuade you from it. YOU define what success is for you. I guess I feel so strongly about that b/c I’ve received that same speech from someone who, suppossedly, “care” so much for my well-being, and thought I was wasting my degree. How about that sap-sucker dropped out of school, and doesn’t know when she’s going back. *SIGH* Anywho, I’m off of the soapbox now, and wish the best for you; you help these work-hours a little more enjoyable with your posts
P.S. I DO NOT know what’s up w/the giant smiley-face. Sorry
Happy New Year and shit!
I think this post was very well written. You have to live your life for you, no one else.
As far as the ex thing, I have resigned myself to leave the past in the past meaning if for any reason old school boyfriends,jumpoffs etc want to pop up out the blue they swiftly get the “kick rocks” sign, you are an ex-whatever for a reason, no use rehashing somthing that didnt work in the first place.
You should always forgive and NEVER forget
Peace and Love
Speaking of making money off the internet if these youtubers dont stop begging for subscribers its okay to wanna get yourself out there but damn. You can tell when certains ones dont have a job ouside of youtube/blogging which is cool. Jia you never came off to me that way thats why I dig yo blogs.